How to Adjust the Footpegs on a Sea Kayak
Owning and operating a sea kayak can be fun as you make your way out to the open sea to enjoy a pleasant day on your own. Making sure that you are properly adjusted to your sea kayak can be important as you will be sitting for extended periods of time putting stress on your legs, lower back and shoulders as you paddle. One of the most important things is to learn how to adjust the footpegs on your sea kayak. If you want to adjust them properly then there are some easy to follow guidelines that can help.
Instructions
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Find suitable location:
Find a suitable location to put your sea kayak on the ground. Be sure that the area is free from debris and is completely flat. It is usually a good idea to do this on the soft grass or sand to avoid any type of damage to the bottom of your sea kayak. -
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Look inside cockpit:
Before doing anything else it is a good idea to take a nice look inside the sea kayak’s cockpit. Remember to take a look at the current position of the footpegs of the sea kayak. There should be enough room for your feet to be relaxed while sitting on the footpegs. -
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Get inside:
Climb inside your sea kayak and sit as if you were out at sea. Remember to maintain your normal sitting positioning for your feet, legs, lower back and shoulders. Make a note of the distance between your feet and the comfort level that you are feeling. If you feel anything bothering you then make a note of that as well. Sit for a few minutes so that you can get a good feel of the sea kayak’s cockpit. Be sure that you have enough room to slightly move around and that you are not too cramped in the cockpit. -
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Adjust footpegs:
Now that you have a good idea of how you feel while sitting inside the sea kayak’s cockpit you can begin to adjust the footpegs. Remember you want your legs and feet to be relaxed while you determine the best distance to set the footpegs. Your knees should be bent a little while your feet are sitting on the footpegs. -
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Ask others:
You can also get the help from more experienced people that enjoy sea kayaking. They will be in a good position to help you understand the right way to adjust your sea kayak’s footpegs for the maximum comfort.
